Step 1 - Establish & Communicate a Fraud Policy
Every organization needs a written policy to address fraud - before it happens. Download a sample fraud policy (PDF) provided by the ACFE.

Step 2 - Provide a Fraud Prevention Program
Incorporate a fraud prevention program in your employee education. Train your employees to recognize the "red flags" of fraud.

Step 3 - Take the Fraud Prevention Check-Up
Encourage your company or your clients to take the Fraud Prevention Check-Up (PDF) to help identify and manage your fraud risks.

Step 4 - Establish an Anti-Fraud Hotline
With their proven record of deterring and detecting unethical activity, an anonymous hotline is a critical internal control for any organization. Read why the AICPA recommends hotlines for all organizations (PDF).

Step 5 - Utilize Anti-Fraud Resources
Add the Fraud Examiners Manual and Small Business Fraud Prevention Manual to your reference library and make them readily available to your employees.